
SHAPE Defence recommits its support to the veteran community
Mates4Mates is excited to announce that we are once again partnering with SHAPE Australia as their charity of choice partner for their Defence business unit.
Mates4Mates is encouraging veterans and their family members to contribute to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Service Experience Survey.
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) is looking to better understand how they provide support to current and former Australian Defence Force members and families through a range of services.
This feedback will then be used by DVA to better understand how they can meet the future support needs of Australian veterans and families by developing a future model for mental health and wellbeing service delivery.
To ensure Australian veterans and families have a voice in the development of the future model; DVA is conducting a survey, individual interviews, and co-design activities.
About the survey
The survey focuses specifically on the experiences of veterans and families who have used any of the following services:
The survey will ask general questions about you, your experiences using DVA mental health and wellbeing support services, and your suggestions and ideas for improving their services and service delivery.
Please note, you will not be required to provide your name or any specific information that identifies you.
The survey will close at midnight AEDT on 31 March 2023.
Who can participate?
The survey is open to those who are aged 18 years or older, are currently using or have used any of the following services listed above, and are from either or both the following groups:
How to participate
If you meet the eligibility criteria above, and are interested in participating in the survey, please click here to access the survey link on the DVA website.
If you require support, please contact Open Arms on 1800 011 046 or Lifeline on 13 11 14 (24 hours). If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 000 immediately.
Mates4Mates is excited to announce that we are once again partnering with SHAPE Australia as their charity of choice partner for their Defence business unit.